Alpha-D-Galactose-1-phosphate

Alpha-D-Galactose-1-phosphate is a key intermediate in the metabolism of galactose. It is a vital component in the Leloir pathway, which converts galactose into glucose-1-phosphate for energy. This compound is critical for research into galactosemia, a genetic disorder where the body cannot properly metabolize galactose. Researchers use it to develop assays for the enzyme galactose-1-phosphate uridylyltransferase (GALT), which is deficient in the most common form of galactosemia. Its use helps with both diagnosing and understanding this serious condition.

2255-14-3

α-D-Galactose-1-phosphate; 2255-14-3; Galactose 1-phosphate; Alpha-D-Gal-1-P; Alpha-D-galactopyranosyl phosphate; (2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yldihydrogenphosphate

C₆H₁₃O₉P

260.14

InChI=1S/C6H13O9P/c7-1-2-3(8)4(9)5(10)6(14-2)15-16(11,12)13/h2-10H,1H2,(H2,11,12,13)/t2-,3+,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1

HXXFSFRBOHSIMQ-FPRJBGLDSA-N

Min 95%

Solid powder

Conforms to structure

Store at -20°C for long term storage.